Mercedes-Benz E-Class Sedan, Operator'S Manual

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WARNING Risk of fatal injury due to
exposure to extreme heat or cold in the
vehicle
If people – particularly children – are
exposed to extreme heat or cold over an
extended period of time, there is a risk of
injury or even fatal injury.
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Never leave anyone – particularly chil‐
dren – unattended in the vehicle.
& WARNING Risk of burns when the child
seat is exposed to direct sunlight
If the child restraint system is exposed to
direct sunlight or heat, parts could heat up.
Children could suffer burns from these parts,
particularly on metallic parts of the child
restraint system.
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Always make sure that the child
restraint system is not exposed to
direct sunlight.
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Protect it with a blanket, for example.
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If the child restraint system has been
exposed to direct sunlight, allow it to
cool before securing a child into it.
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Never leave children unattended in the
vehicle.
The use of seat belts and child restraint systems
is required by law in:
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All 50 states
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The U.S. territories
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The District of Columbia
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All Canadian provinces
All child restraint systems must meet the follow‐
ing standards:
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U.S. Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
213 and 225
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Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
213 and 210.2
You can obtain further information about the
correct child restraint system from any author‐
ized Mercedes-Benz Center.
To improve protection for children younger than
12 years old and under 5 ft (1.50 m) in height,
Mercedes-Benz recommends you observe the
following notes:
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Only secure children using a child restraint
system which is suitable and recommended
for Mercedes-Benz vehicles, as well as appro‐
priate to the height, age and weight of the
child. Be sure to observe the instructions for
correct use of the child restraint system.
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Always install a child restraint system on a
rear seat if possible.
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Only use the following securing systems for
child restraint systems:
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the seat belt system
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the LATCH-type (ISOFIX) mounting
bracket
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the Top Tether anchorages
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The manufacturer's installation instructions
for the child restraint system.
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The warning labels in the vehicle interior and
on the child restraint system.
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